OT_CarersUnite
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OT_CarersUnite is an a/c by a carer who values OT. I used to be an OT before being a carer. If you have a need for OT, please seek the advice of an HCPC/registered OT
The views expressed here are those of the account holder
The views expressed here are those of the account holder
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Personally, I feel that Signposting is not helpful unless accompanied by hands-on support. In 10+yrs I had no respite for one of the two people I cared for. I cared day and night without a day off. No sick leave, no holiday ( where I wasn't still caring) no real support. Im exhausted.
Personally, I feel that Signposting is not helpful unless accompanied by hands-on support. In 10+yrs I had no respite for one of the two people I cared for. I cared day and night without a day off. No sick leave, no holiday ( where I wasn't still caring) no real support. Im exhausted.
October 23, 2025 at 5:50 AM
In m
Personally, I feel that Signposting is not helpful unless accompanied by hands-on support. In 10+yrs I had no respite for one of the two people I cared for. I cared day and night without a day off. No sick leave, no holiday ( where I wasn't still caring) no real support. Im exhausted.
Personally, I feel that Signposting is not helpful unless accompanied by hands-on support. In 10+yrs I had no respite for one of the two people I cared for. I cared day and night without a day off. No sick leave, no holiday ( where I wasn't still caring) no real support. Im exhausted.
3.When #Caring ends #UnpaidCarers are often burned out and exhausted and yet they can be forced to find work due to being unable to lift themselves out of poverty due to DWP rules on earned and unearned income.
#OT_Carer
#OT_Carer
July 25, 2025 at 6:12 AM
3.When #Caring ends #UnpaidCarers are often burned out and exhausted and yet they can be forced to find work due to being unable to lift themselves out of poverty due to DWP rules on earned and unearned income.
#OT_Carer
#OT_Carer
2.When #Caring ends #UnpaidCarers are often burned out and exhausted and yet they can be forced to find work due to being unable to lift themselves out of poverty due to DWP rules on earned and unearned income.
#OT_Carer
#OT_Carer
July 25, 2025 at 6:12 AM
2.When #Caring ends #UnpaidCarers are often burned out and exhausted and yet they can be forced to find work due to being unable to lift themselves out of poverty due to DWP rules on earned and unearned income.
#OT_Carer
#OT_Carer
My concern is that #UnpaidCarers will be forced to do paid work as well as care but when will they sleep or be able to go out and socialise or undertake leisure? Who will care for those in need when the carer is at work ?
July 5, 2025 at 5:22 AM
My concern is that #UnpaidCarers will be forced to do paid work as well as care but when will they sleep or be able to go out and socialise or undertake leisure? Who will care for those in need when the carer is at work ?
BBC News - Trump signs sweeping tax and spending bill into law
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Trump signs his huge tax and spending bill into law
A signing ceremony at the White House on Friday afternoon kicked off celebrations for 4 July.
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July 5, 2025 at 5:22 AM
BBC News - Trump signs sweeping tax and spending bill into law
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BBC News - Government wins vote on watered-down welfare bill after concessions - BBC News
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Government wins vote on watered-down welfare bill after concessions
MPs approved the Universal Credit and Personal Independence Payment Bill but only after ministers made big changes.
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July 5, 2025 at 5:22 AM
BBC News - Government wins vote on watered-down welfare bill after concessions - BBC News
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Exactly. It's called the sweat coin app... so those who could walk could buy cheap products... those who couldnt walk got no benefits as the app is not nhs but a private provider... good for some ... play.google.com/store/apps/d...
Sweatcoin・Walking Step Counter - Apps on Google Play
Pedometer that gives you sweatcoins for steps. It pays to walk!
play.google.com
July 3, 2025 at 8:35 PM
Exactly. It's called the sweat coin app... so those who could walk could buy cheap products... those who couldnt walk got no benefits as the app is not nhs but a private provider... good for some ... play.google.com/store/apps/d...
I've been on steroids for nearly 2 years whilst the hospital trialed 5 other drugs that i reacted to - injected a new one today 🤞.Steroids have caused prediabetes and weight gain. I struggle to move on low doses the nhs diabetes course includes a walking reward app that doesn't reward other exercise
July 3, 2025 at 8:26 PM
I've been on steroids for nearly 2 years whilst the hospital trialed 5 other drugs that i reacted to - injected a new one today 🤞.Steroids have caused prediabetes and weight gain. I struggle to move on low doses the nhs diabetes course includes a walking reward app that doesn't reward other exercise
Oops should have posted the BBC link !!!
They already do this on prediabetes schemes.. there's an app where you can get discounted products if you walk.. it's ableist. Doesnt reward other exercise.
BBC News - Seven ways Starmer's plan could change the NHS
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They already do this on prediabetes schemes.. there's an app where you can get discounted products if you walk.. it's ableist. Doesnt reward other exercise.
BBC News - Seven ways Starmer's plan could change the NHS
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Seven ways the government's plan could change the NHS
The BBC looks at what the government's 10-year NHS plan could mean in practice.
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July 3, 2025 at 8:15 PM
Oops should have posted the BBC link !!!
They already do this on prediabetes schemes.. there's an app where you can get discounted products if you walk.. it's ableist. Doesnt reward other exercise.
BBC News - Seven ways Starmer's plan could change the NHS
www.bbc.com/news/article...
They already do this on prediabetes schemes.. there's an app where you can get discounted products if you walk.. it's ableist. Doesnt reward other exercise.
BBC News - Seven ways Starmer's plan could change the NHS
www.bbc.com/news/article...
The impact of self service tills is that people are isolated. Ive not spoken to anyone today and yesterday I didnt either. At least when tills are staffed you can make small talk.. #Disability.
June 28, 2025 at 11:37 AM
The impact of self service tills is that people are isolated. Ive not spoken to anyone today and yesterday I didnt either. At least when tills are staffed you can make small talk.. #Disability.